Places and Attractions

Woodward Park

About Woodward Park

The late Ralph Woodward, a long-time Fresno resident, bequeathed the major portion of his estate in 1968 to provide a regional park and bird sanctuary in Northeast Fresno on the South bank of the San Joaquin River between Highway 41 and Friant Road. The initial 235 acres, combined with additional acres acquired later by the City brings the park to an amazing 300 acres. Now packed with amenities, Woodward Park is the only Regional Park of its size in the Central Valley.

Park Hours and Entrance Fees:
April through October, 6am to 10pm
November through March, 6am to 7pm.

Fee:
$5 per vehicle
$3 per vehicle in which a senior citizen (age 65 or older) is a passenger or a driver.
Park entrance fee shall be waived for motor vehicles displaying a valid disabled person placard.

FEATURES:

5,000m and 10,000m Cross Country Courses

Has Hosted California Cross Country High School, Junior College State Championships, WAC Championships